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The best baby-care is self-care

By Kristy Rodriguez

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Ask a mom what she ultimately wants for her children, and she’ll say something like, “I just want them to be happy and healthy.”

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How do I safely trim my newborn’s nails? Here are 4 steps.

By Emme Lukasik

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Those itsy bitsy nails grow faster than you realize, especially since newborns tend to scratch their faces a lot. Here’s how to get trim your newborn’s nails safely without either of you shedding tears. In the very beginning, you might only need an emery board. Yes, they make baby-sized emery boards! Some newborn’s nails...

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2015

By Michelle Lee

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It’s almost that time of year again when moms are deservedly recognized, celebrated and pampered for all the love and support they heap on their families year round. Whether you’re pregnant with your first child or already juggling life with a little one, cheers to you! As partners and children...

Read baby’s cues for better sleep – a handy checklist

By Elizabeth Pantley

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By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns Your newborn needs lots of sleep (up to eighteen hours a day!) but your baby doesn’t know that! He exists in the moment and responds to his body’s needs and his environment. Many new parents don’t realize that their...

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8 baby care tips for new dads

By Pregnancy Contributor

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Real tips for new dads on the basics of baby care from a dad who's been there.

Getting Pregnant: Ovulation, Fertilization and More
The process of conceiving a child is nothing short of a miracle. What exactly needs to happen in order for a woman to become pregnant? How does ovulation work and how can you use your cycle to track your fertility? How do sperm travel to the egg and how does fertilization and implantation occur? Learn…
Gestational Diabetes: Managing Your Blood Sugar
When pregnant, your body may have a more difficult time processing sugar. This condition is known as gestational diabetes and may require a significant change in diet and exercise in order to ensure the health of you and your baby. How are pregnant women tested for gestational diabetes? How do you test your blood sugar?…
Should You Bank Your Baby’s Cord Blood and Cord Tissue?
For nine months, our bodies are doing everything possible to protect our babies… and then they’re born. And as parents, we still do everything we can to keep them safe. Including preserving their stem cells at birth through cord blood and cord tissue. But, what is this process actually like? How can it help? And…
Surviving the Summer Heat While Pregnant
The temperatures outside are rising- right along with your growing belly. And keeping your body cool is essential for both you and your baby. How does a pregnant woman's body temperature impact her pregnancy? What do you need to know about the sun, perspiration and exposure to air conditioning? Plus, our facebook fans share what…